This Winter, Do Not Make These Mistakes In Your Skincare Routine

Winter skincare is a tricky one to master. While squashing troubles like flaking and dullness, maintaining a radiant glow is also important. Basically, the chilly season is the balancing act of the beauty world. In the midst of it all, it's also very easy to fall prey to misinformation and make mistakes with your regime. But where your precious skin is concerned, you really should avoid it because sometimes, skin damage can be irreparable. We're here to save the day with hard facts and information that will stop you from making these 6 mistakes with your skin this winter and treat it the right way.

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1. "Hot water is great for your skin on cold days"

There's no denying that washing your face and body on chilly days with hot water feels cosy but it isn't advisable over a long period of time. Yes, temporarily it does feel good but it also ends up drying your skin out and leaving it dehydrated. Instead, cold or lukewarm temperatures are ideal.

2. "Lick your lips if you don't have lip balm"

We say this with love: please do not lick your lips if you do not have lip balm on hand. Saliva can make it feel moist but doesn't actually impart moisture to the area. Again, it will only end up making the lips dry, leading to a vicious cycle. Stop it in its tracks by carrying lip balm everywhere you go or having multiples in every bag.

3. "Oily skin doesn't need moisturiser"

It most certainly does. The oil that skin produces is actually its way of compensating for dryness. So the dryer you leave it, the oilier it will get in an effort to stop that same dryness. Use moisturiser that is specifically for oily skin to leave it feeling hydrated and non-greasy.

4. "Scrubbing is the same in any season"

The same face scrubs you use in summer may not necessarily fare the same for winter because of the effect that the climate can have on your skin. Harsh, coarse scrubs can leave your skin feeling tighter, dryer and stretched. More gentle version will also exfoliate without being abrasive.

5. "Cleansers don't need to be changed"

If you find your face becoming dry and uncomfortable after cleansing, opt for options that are gentle. Like the rest of a routine, cleansers don't always translate well from one season to the next so use a more gentle variant that is suitable for sensitive skin if you find yourself with irritation or redness.

6. "One solution for every winter skin problem"

Every person has a different skin type and every type can have its own sets of issues. For some, it's dry patches, for others it's flaking skin. Still more can find themselves with pimple breakouts or excess oil production. No single product is a miracle worker that can wipe away every worry at once. Find targeted solutions for each of your skin worries you encounter to effectively treat them in winter.

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